Re: SHOW: Judging (was Opinions)
From: John I Jones <jijones@ix.netcom.com>
Glenn Simmons wrote:
>
> I don't have the two types of judging confused Walter. I will admit to "cleaning up a
> stalk." I agree to removing spent blooms, dust, aphids, worms, etc. but not to using
> scissors to trim leaves so they have a more perfect shape or to remove a spot or so.
> String or glue should not be used to hold a leaf in a certain position. A leaf from
> one plant should not be removed and placed on another. I guess what I am saying is no
> artifical means should be used or allowed by judges (providing they see it) to form a
> more perfect flower. Other than the "cleaning up" previously mentioned the flower
> should be in its natural state.
I am not judge yet, but as I remember the guideline is "nothing can be added"
which would certainly apply to glue and string. I think it is common to use a
piece of stem as a wedge in the holder to keep the stem standing straight as
long as it does not show above the container. Adding leaves? Marginal.
Trimming leaves to remove spots - common. Generally accepted as long as it
looks natural.
The two basic facets of what you are to look for are:
Is it a good example of the cv? (Was it grown well, does it look like it is
supposed to)
Is it displayed well?
IMO
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